Teachers Know Best: Teachers’ Views on Professional Development

It’s no surprise that teachers all across the country are eager to learn and grow in their practice—and professional learning plays a critical role in preparing them to deliver high-quality instruction. But measuring the impact and effectiveness of professional learning is often easier said than done.

Teaching is complex. Understanding effective teaching requires a careful look at how a variety of skills and practices work together to inspire learning among diverse students.

About seven years ago, Denver Public Schools set out to improve the way it provided teachers with opportunities to boost their leadership capacities.